Mediterranean region's charming green paradise, Sapadere Village, is situated 179 km from the capital of Turkish tourism, Antalya, and just 41 km away from one of the most beautiful holiday towns in Turkey, Alanya. From Alanya travel 20 km east, take a left turn off of the Alanya-Gazipasa-Mersin main road into Demirtas Village, pass through the Village and follow the signs until you arrive at Sapadere Village. Sapadere is an area where you can see all shades of green and is one of the most untouched spots with some of the richest flora and fauna in the region.
Even someone who is not keen on a bus journey will not get bored from the Sapadere trip. It gives great pleasure to the human spirit to admire the green scenery as well as the smoking Taurus mountain range with snow on its peaks heading to the sky.
Sapadere Canyon is 750 metres long and nearly 400 metres high and is located 3 km away from Sapadere Village. The canyon is formed by erosion from water, ice and wind. The layers of rock were formed over thousands of years. Wooden walkways were made for easy access for all visitors. The walking platform is sympathetically designed and constructed from wood and steel. The platform is environmentally friendly and can be removed when necessary. You will be amazed by the rapidly gushing water over series of rock steps, the numerous waterfalls, rare plants and different species of animals and birds when walking through this natural habitat. The clean, fresh air and cascading turquoise water over the rocks is therapeutic and refreshing on the human spirit...after all, don’t forget that water means life!
At the end of the pathway, 300 meters inside the canyons entrance, you will find the most spectacular point; the marvellous waterfall. This is a popular spot for visitors to take photos and it is also possible to swim in the natural pool at the bottom of the waterfall. The brave can reach the water by jumping (not recommended!) or using the surrounding step-ladders to enjoy the refreshing water. We really mean refreshing as the water barely reaches 12°C even in the peak of the summer!
